SAN FRANCISCO

I was shocked and scared when I first arrived there. I walked the streets and felt like Kevin alone in Central Park surrounded by all the homeless and strange people. It’s a very specific place. A big mystery. San Francisco should be one of those cities that bring you to life, where you feel you’re alive. Instead of that all I got was the feeling of wanting to leave as soon as possible.

I do understand people who love it though. Every corner is so different and beautiful in its own way. And now that I look back I seriously don’t get it. I don’t get why I didn’t like it. That city offers everything. Driving the cable car must have been the most amazing and inspiring experience. Sadly I can’t remember. I was way too busy wishing I was in The Bahamas. A big mistake. I left my heart there and it was almost impossible to enjoy anything else than the beach in Nassau. Stupid. And I regret it. If I had the chance to go to SF now I believe I would love the city to the moon and back.

An all black outfit seemed to be the perfect solution for San Francisco’s tricky weather. A thick faux leather skirt, crochet sweater and boots. Combinations I call perfect. But perfection is not always a good idea.

Late summer and almost 30 degrees outside means beach time and not sightseeing in a black widow look. It was insanely hot and I sure wasn’t ready for that. Weather changes are a thing I hate most when traveling. After sweating, almost dying, walking for hours and 5 liters of water I made it to the Golden Gate Bridge where a big surprise was waiting for me. The climate change is drastic. From insanely hot to ice cold and wind so strong that it almost blew my head off. Not even mentioning how many people could see my panties because the skirt decided to live its own life. Definitely not my best day.

San Francisco is a place you should discover on your own. Expect Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, Fishermans Wharf and Alcatraz the best thing to do is just walking and walking and walking. That way you’ll find life, inspiration and hidden places no travel book knows.